Flu surging in Alabama, rate doubles for second week in a row
AL.com••health
Key Points:
- Flu activity in Alabama has surged, with the percentage of ER visits for the flu rising from 2.7% to 6.3% in the week ending Dec. 20, marking a doubling compared to the previous week.
- The state's flu activity level is classified as "high" by the CDC, ranking 10 out of 13, and Alabama is among 32 states experiencing elevated flu levels.
- This spike mirrors typical December flu patterns and is comparable to last year's rates, with recent flu activity not seen since February 2024.
- Neighboring states Georgia and Tennessee are experiencing "very high" flu activity, indicating a regional increase in flu cases.
- The Alabama Department of Public Health has issued recommendations
